BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health this week announced the launch of a new ad campaign featuring Baltimore Ravens wide receiver James Proche to increase awareness about the 988 crisis line. Launched nationally in July 2022, 988 has been implemented across Maryland and officials are working to raise awareness about this resource with this partnership. “It is encouraging to have […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health has announced the launch of the Trained Military Assistance Provider (TMAP) Program, a new initiative to reduce suicides and increase lethal-means safety for service members and veterans. Developed by the Maryland Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans and their Families, this training is free to all Maryland-based primary care staff. The […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health this week announced the launch of 988, the new National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, in Maryland. Contacting 988 provides a direct connection to support for anyone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, having thoughts of suicide, or being worried about someone who may need crisis support. “988 is an easy-to-remember number and […]
Baltimore, MD—In recognition of Maternal Health Awareness Month, the Maryland Department of Health encourages Marylanders to learn the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions experienced by pregnant women and how to get help for themselves or a loved one. Maternal mental health conditions are among the most common complications in pregnancy and childbirth and can occur anytime during […]